Counseling and Psychological Services Community Referrals
This page contains lots of information on your options for off campus resources. If you are looking for the fastest way to get connected with an off-campus therapist or psychiatrist and you have insurance, head to this website where you can book an appointment in just a few minutes.
In order to remain accessible to students seeking services, CAPS offers short-term, in house psychological services. For students interested in long term therapy, or when concerns warrant services beyond a brief approach, there are numerous options available. Even if you have been referred off campus, you may come to CAPS in the event you are having a psychological crisis.
There are a wide variety of community providers that you might be interested in working with. Here are a few tips for finding a great local therapist.
How to find a therapist
- Determine your payment options by reviewing the section below, whether you use insurance, pay out of pocket, or use a low-cost option
- Consider transportation options for getting to appointments (see below)
- Review the list of referrals below and/or those provided by your insurance company. Find providers / agencies that fit with your payment options. Learn more about them by clicking links below, or searching them on this resource or by doing a Google search.
- Call a few that you find, and see where you find a good fit.
Options for payment
Consider your options for payment for off-campus counseling.
- Use your health insurance - Most major insurance companies cover some or all of the costs of individual therapy. You may be required to make a copayment ($10-$30), which will vary according to your insurance plan.
- Pay "out of pocket" - Another option is to pay for each session personally. Many providers offer "sliding scales" for those facing financial hardship. Cost per session can range from $50 - $200.
- Use a low cost option - There are several low cost agencies in Santa Barbara that offer reduced rates, even as low as $13-$20 per session.
Consider your payment options
For insurance, do you have PPO or HMO Insurance?
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If You Have Kaiser Permanente InsuranceIn some instances, Kaiser Permanente will approve its members to receive services from community providers for mental health-related care on an outpatient basis. In order to request this, call the Department of Psychiatry (NOT Member Services) in your Kaiser Permanente service area and explain why you are requesting treatment from a community provider (i.e., discuss your symptoms and lack of access to a Kaiser facility in Santa Barbara). If you are immediately refused, you can ask to speak to the manager and make your request to them. You do not need a referral to the Department of Psychiatry from your PCP. |
If You Have CenCal Medi-Cal InsuranceCenCal Medi-Cal partners with The Holman Group to administer behavioral health benefits for their customers. The Holman Group has a contracted network of behavioral health providers throughout Santa Barbara County who you may contact directly to schedule an appointment. Here is a list of providers contracted with The Holman Group. You may also contact The Holman Group toll free at 1-800-321-2843. |
No insurance? Or not wanting to use your insurance?Some students do not have health insurance. Others may have concern that if they use their insurance, family at home may be informed about their accessing therapy. If you would like to use your health insurance and are concerned about privacy, many insurance companies have the ability to send documents to your Westmont mailing address, as opposed to your home address. If you do not have insurance or want to pay out of pocket, there are options below, including multiple low cost agencies. |
Factors to Consider When Looking For a Therapist
The relationship, or fit, between therapist and client accounts for over 80% of what works in therapy. Make sure you trust your therapist and feel comfortable with them. If you attend 2-3 sessions and you don’t feel good with the therapist, go somewhere else!
Potential questions to ask therapists when you call.
- Are you taking new clients?
- What is the cost per session? Do you have a sliding scale or special rates for Westmont students? Are you able to provide a Superbill? (This is if you have a PPO Insurance)
- What is your therapy style? How do you typically operate in session?
- Do you have any experience working with my type of concern?
Transportation to Off Campus Appointments
Not having a car on campus can be an obstacle to off-campus appointments. Here are some tips for ways to make it to your appointment.
- Borrow a car or have a friend drive
- Contact Westmont Dial-a-ride. No cost to students; must make a reservation.
- Ride the Westmont Shuttle. No cost, and some therapist offices are near shuttle stops.
- Zip Car - If this option is cost-prohibitive but your only available option, please contact caps@westmont.edu
Community Referrals
Advice for Calling an Off Campus Provider
- Find 3-5 therapists that seem a good fit for you.
- Spend a few minutes and call each one. Most will likely not pick up. Leave a brief message with your name, contact number (maybe even twice), and that you are interested in therapy.
- When they call back, they will ask about your needs to make sure their expertise is a good fit. This is also your time to find out if they are someone you feel comfortable talking to (see questions above).
- Ask about insurance options, or if paying out of pocket, ask if they have a sliding scale if your finances are limited.
- Schedule an appointment, or let them know you want to think about it. Most important is whether you feel it is a good fit!
Westmont CAPS offers this list as a resource; it does not constitute endorsement of any of the listed treatment providers or facilities. Users assume responsibility for evaluating and selecting among the providers. We cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information provided. Contact your insurance company to ensure the clinician is a participating provider. If you need support connecting with an off-campus provider, please contact CAPS at caps@westmont.edu.
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
Jessica Roy Reg Psychological Assistant | Virtual sessions - Former Westmont Alum and CAPS therapist | Sliding Scale - contact for pricing |
Lauren Guy, PsyD 805 377 3734 | 621 Chapala St. Suite C Santa Barbara | Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Medicare, Other insurance - sliding scale for students |
Andrea Gurney, PhD 805 565 6057 | 222 E. Cannon Perdido Street Suite 207A Santa Barbara | Sliding Scale offered; provides superbill for insurance |
John Guthrie, PhD info@trilogypsychotherapy.com | Pasadena based therapist - Telehealth appointments | Contact for payment information |
Terrie Furukawa, PhD 805 564 3715 | 22 W. Micheltorena St. Ste D | Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, CoreSource, Magellan, Value Options |
Marcus Flathman, PhD 805 617 6002 | 1225 Coast Village Road Montecito | Call for payment information |
MFT, LCSW, and LPCC Psychotherapists
Robyn Broadus, LMFT (Westmont alum) (626) 325-8165 | Remote provider (virtual sessions) | Sliding scale available |
Uriah Fox Venegas, LMFT (Westmont alum) 805-895-9861 | 1187 Coast Village Road, Suite 10 Santa Barbara | Sliding scale available |
Bree Cullinan, AMFT (Westmont alum / previous CAPS therapist) 424 363 4374 | Santa Monica - offers virtual sessions | Sliding scale available |
Jaclyn Stemen, LMFT 805 232 3352 | Westlake Trauma and Resilience Westlake Village, CA | Call for payment information |
Lauren Turnbull, LMFT (Westmont alum) 805 699 8048 | Santa Barbara - Call for location | Call for payment information |
Talia Tzouris, AMFT (Westmont alum) 805 500 0817 | Santa Barbara - Call for location | Sliding Scale |
Equine Assisted Therapy Diana M. Ferrari, LMFT 805 965 6830 | Santa Barbara - Call for location | Call for payment information |
Madeleine Saxe, LMFT 917 701 0051 | Call for location | Sliding scale offered; Provides superbill for PPO insurance |
Todd James McKillop, LCSW (Westmont Alum) 707 200 8125 | Remote provider | Message for payment information |
Lori Howard, LMFT 408 508 5832 | TBD | Call for payment information |
Family Therapy Institute 805 882 2400 | 111 E Arrellaga St Santa Barbara | Insurance and sliding scale options |
Jennifer Miller, LMFT 805 448 1569 jennifermillermft@gmail.com | Santa Barbara | Call for payment information |
Danielle Anderson, LMFT 805 452-7324 | 301 E Carrillo St suite A Santa Barbara | Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, Sliding Scale |
Erin Shaffer, LMFT 805 332 3592 | 1114 State St. Ste 223 Santa Barbara | Sliding scale offered; Provides superbill for PPO insurance |
Becca Cox, AMFT 805 681 7384 | 5266 Hollister Ave. Santa Barbara | Call for payment information |
Sarah Douglas, LMFT 805 450 1931 | 222 E Canon Perdido St. Santa Barbara | Call for payment information |
Kelly Chandler, LMFT 805 698 7676 | 1815 State St. Ste. E Santa Barbara | Call for payment information |
Georgina Dahill, LMFT 805 680 5264 | 222 E Canon Perdido St. #207A Santa Barbara | Call for payment information |
Megan Brown, LMFT 805 252 1717 | 1114 State St. Ste 223 Santa Barbara | Call for payment information |
Karen Tyrell LMFT 805 288 6443 | 629 State St. Ste 247 Santa Barbara | Sliding scale |
Claire Blakey AMFT 805 335 6807 | State St. Santa Barbara | Call for payment information |
Jane Taylor Fortuna, LMFT 805 250 4553 | 123 W Padre St. Ste B Santa Barbara | Blue Shield, Call for other options |
Rachel Finch Sulka, LMFT 805 364 4427 | Call for location | Call for payment information |
Clyde Blair, LMFT 805 350 7998 | 22 W Mitcheltorena, Ste A Santa Barbara | Sliding scale, Beacon, Optum, Blue Shield, Magellan |
Natalie Feller, LMFT 805 681 7384 | 5266 Hollister Ave. Ste. 211 Santa Barbara | Call for payment information |
Psychiatrists (medication)
Cal Psychiatry | Multiple locations / telehealth options | Out of pocket |
Refine Psychiatry | In-person appts in Santa Barbara | Out of pocket |
Marjorie Gies, MD 805 899 4940 | 1335 State St. Santa Barbara | Out of pocket |
Santa Barbara Behavioral Health 805 681 0035 | 5901 Encina Road Goleta | Accepts range of insurance providers |
James Moghtader, MD 805 681 7517 | 1525 State St. #103 Santa Barbara | Accepts insurance. Call for information. |
Robert Nagy, MD 805 681 0520 | 5350 Hollister Ave. Ste E Santa Barbara | Call for payment information |
Dennis Plesons, MD 805 681 7517 | 3916 State St. Ste 300 Santa Barbara | Accepts insurance. Call for information |
Michael Ferguson, MD 805 681 0035 | 5901 Encina Rd. Ste A Goleta | Accepts insurance. Call for information |
Michael Bolton, MD | Montecito Upper Village | Out of pocket |
Reduced Rate Agencies
Sentio Counseling Center 323 300 4316 | Zoom sessions - Christian counselors available by request (if available) | As low as $30 per session |
New Beginnings Counseling Center 805 963 7777 | 324 E. Carrillo St. Ste C Santa Barbara | $13 - $87 per session |
Hosford Clinic at UCSB 805 962 3363 | Dept of Counseling, Clinical School Psychology Education Building #275, Room #1151 - Santa Barbara | $20 student rate |
Community Counseling and Education Center (CCEC) 805 962 3363 | 923 Olive St. #1 Santa Barbara | $20 student rate |
Psychological / Neuropsychological Assessment
These providers complete comprehensive assessment to evaluate for learning disabilities, ADHD, and emotional health concerns.
Steve Rogers, PhD 805 681 7384 | 5266 Hollister Avenue Santa Barbara | Out of pocket |
Jordan Witt, PhD 805 564 1763 | 1531 Chapala Street #2 Santa Barbara | Out of pocket |
Ron Brooks, PhD 805 962 0266 | 629 State St. Ste 203 Santa Barbara | Out of pocket |
Carrie Towbes, PhD 805 962 1500 | 2060 Alameda Padre Serra, Ste. 202 Santa Barbara | Out of pocket |
Lily Clark, PhD
| Virtual psychodiagnostic evaluations | Out of pocket |
Registered Dietitians
Athena Cameranesi, RDN 805 341 2893 | 114 E Haley St., Ste E Santa Barbara | Call for payment options |
Carrie Flack, MS, RDN 805 259 9393 | 114 E Haley St. Santa Barbara | Call for payment options |
Chantal Gariepy, RDN 805 403 7533 | 420 E Carrillo St. Santa Barbara | Call for payment options |
Intensive Outpatient Programs
Mission Harbor Behavioral Health 805 209 4433 | 403 E Montecito St., Ste. A Santa Barbara | Accepts insurance |
Charlie Health (Virtual) 804 805 4492 | Virtual IOP | Accepts insurance (including Kaiser) |
Cottage Hospital IOP (COPE) 805 541 9113 | Cottage Hospital Santa Barbara | Accepts range of insurance providers |
Megan Pollock, PhD 805 221 5539 | Offers evaluations virtually | $600 per evaluation |
Riviera Educational Services | 1227 De La Vina St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101 | Contact for pricing. Packages available. |
Rehab Centers | For an updated list of rehab centers in Santa Barbara, please follow the link. | https://www.rehab.com/ |
Gauchos for Recovery | In-person groups in Isla Vista, and virtual options as well | https://adp.sa.ucsb.edu/gfr |
Young People in Recovery (YPR) | In-person groups in SB and virtual options | link |